31st Jul, 2022 12:00
The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction
1962 Bentley S2
A low indicated mileage of 29,000. A cherished vehicle from long-term ownership.
Registration - 293 UXN
Chassis No. - B74DW
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 29,598
The vendor is the sixth owner of this seemingly very original S2, which he purchased in 2006 for use in his wedding hire business – a role it retained until as recently as 2019, when the company was retired and the car placed in secure storage, where it has remained until now. An extremely striking example, it is finished in gold and trimmed in champagne hide, the subtle tone of which is amplified by a nicely patinated wood facia and door trims. Substantial fold-down wooden picnic tables adorn the rear compartment, further adding to the luxurious ambiance that only a car of this calibre can engender. The vendor currently classes the Bentley’s upholstery as ‘excellent’, and the V8 engine, automatic transmission, standard steel bodywork and paintwork as all being in ‘good’ order. He is now offering the S2 complete with what one imagines to be the original push button radio and Lucas auxiliary driving lights. The odometer currently stands at a very modest, though unwarranted, 29,598 miles from new.
By 1955, Rolls-Royce felt increasingly less need to visually differentiate between its own models and its Bentley-badged ones. The Bentley S1 was therefore essentially a Silver Cloud I behind the distinctive ‘Flying B’ radiator grille. The newcomer was built along traditional lines with a separate chassis and body, which facilitated the manufacture of coachbuilt versions. However, the vast majority were delivered with the Standard Steel one that featured alloy doors, bonnet and boot lid. Greatly improved performance arrived with the S2 model of 1959, when the straight-six engine was supplanted by a new 6.2-litre aluminium V8 unit. This raised the top speed to 114mph and improved acceleration through the gears.
In summary:
- A splendidly-presented example of a great British classic
- A former wedding hire car currently displaying just 29,598 miles
- Has remained within the current ownership since 2006
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £18,000 - £22,000Registration - 293 UXN
Chassis No. - B74DW
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 29,598
The vendor is the sixth owner of this seemingly very original S2, which he purchased in 2006 for use in his wedding hire business – a role it retained until as recently as 2019, when the company was retired and the car placed in secure storage, where it has remained until now. An extremely striking example, it is finished in gold and trimmed in champagne hide, the subtle tone of which is amplified by a nicely patinated wood facia and door trims. Substantial fold-down wooden picnic tables adorn the rear compartment, further adding to the luxurious ambiance that only a car of this calibre can engender. The vendor currently classes the Bentley’s upholstery as ‘excellent’, and the V8 engine, automatic transmission, standard steel bodywork and paintwork as all being in ‘good’ order. He is now offering the S2 complete with what one imagines to be the original push button radio and Lucas auxiliary driving lights. The odometer currently stands at a very modest, though unwarranted, 29,598 miles from new.
By 1955, Rolls-Royce felt increasingly less need to visually differentiate between its own models and its Bentley-badged ones. The Bentley S1 was therefore essentially a Silver Cloud I behind the distinctive ‘Flying B’ radiator grille. The newcomer was built along traditional lines with a separate chassis and body, which facilitated the manufacture of coachbuilt versions. However, the vast majority were delivered with the Standard Steel one that featured alloy doors, bonnet and boot lid. Greatly improved performance arrived with the S2 model of 1959, when the straight-six engine was supplanted by a new 6.2-litre aluminium V8 unit. This raised the top speed to 114mph and improved acceleration through the gears.
In summary:
- A splendidly-presented example of a great British classic
- A former wedding hire car currently displaying just 29,598 miles
- Has remained within the current ownership since 2006
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Gold Cup Classic Car Auction, 31st Jul, 2022
This auction of classic cars, motorbikes, registrations & automobilia will take place on the final day of the prestigious Oulton Park Gold Cup weekend.
We are delighted to again be be running this live event at the Gold Cup.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling on of the team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday, 29th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Saturday, 30th July 2022 9am - 7pm
Sunday Morning, 31st July 2022 9am - 12pm
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